Recreation/MICA Specialist (Bilingual Spanish/English strongly p - (US-NY-Brooklyn - 11256)

Minimum Education: Tech School
Job Type: Full Time
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About BRC
One of New York City’s largest and most comprehensive social services agencies, we house over 700 people daily, and serve more nearly 6,000 individuals annually. We help the neediest of New Yorkers overcome the challenges in their life – addiction, physical and mental illness, histories of unemployment, incarceration and homelessness – and empower those we serve to reclaim their dignity, self-confidence and independence. BRC is where people come to change their lives, and our programs and staff enable that change to happen. Our guiding philosophy is to offer a hand-up, not a hand-out; helping people to help themselves and thereby helping them achieve lasting solutions.

We operate 24 programs in 18 locations throughout New York City, including outreach programs, residential treatment programs for mental illness and substance abuse, community residences, SROs and shelters. With over 450 full-time and part-time staff, BRC operates 24/7/365.

What are the benefits at BRC? Full time employees receive a generous benefits package: Employees can choose from 3 different health/dental plans. In addition, employees receive a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. To encourage our employees to save for retirement, we offer a 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC. We also offer tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.


DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and participate in recreational activities in house and within the community; escort residents to various entitlements appointments; facilitate workshops related to life skills; assist with the scheduling of events and weekly social planning of groups; attend various interdisciplinary meetings in house and in the community (hospitals, treatment facilities, day treatment, etc.) Document progress notes weekly; obtain toxicology screenings; drive residents to detox and rehab facilities. Related duties as assigned.
Skills:
CASAC or BA preferred, Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred, experience working with MICA population and experience in facilitating groups, valid driver’s license, computer skills, ability to interact with all levels of staff.

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